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EMPD Deputy Chief Mkhwanazi appears in court

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Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi and his co-accused, Ekurhuleni Municipal Manager Kagiso Lerutla have appeared in the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court to face charges of corruption, fraud and defeating the ends of justice.

Call to rebuild the nurturing family unit

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Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Seiso Mohai has led an intergovernmental engagement on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State.

Parliament pays tribute to veteran actress Cynthia Shange

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The Presiding Officers of Parliament, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza and National Council of Provinces Chairperson Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, have expressed their deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the broader arts community following the passing of multi-award-winning and internationally recognised thespian, Cynthia Shange.

Government mourns the passing of iconic actress Cynthia Shange

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The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe have paid tribute to veteran actress, model, and beauty queen Cynthia Shange, whose legacy spans decades of contributions to the country’s arts and culture, and to global representation.

SAPS expresses concern on the publication of leaked affidavits

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The Gauteng South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Counter Intelligence Operation says it has noted with serious concern the circulation and publication of leaked affidavits linked to ongoing investigations into drug-related criminal networks in the country.

Over 1 300 cattle in Lusikisiki vaccinated against FMD

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More than 1 300 cattle in the Eastern Cape’s Ngobozana Administrative area in Lusikisiki, have been vaccinated against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) as efforts to contain the spread of the disease continue.

Restoring border integrity through technology, innovation and legislation 

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South Africa’s duty to protect its citizens, uphold the rule of law, and safeguard the integrity of its borders is not only a constitutional duty, but also a moral imperative. In recent years, government has tackled this responsibility with resolve, innovation and measurable progress. Through focused interventions, strengthened legislation and decisive operations such as Operation New Broom, the country is undergoing a meaningful transformation in how illegal immigration and organised crime are addressed.

Chikunga calls for intensified action to tackle youth unemployment

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Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called for intensified and coordinated efforts across all sectors of society to tackle South Africa’s persistent youth unemployment challenge.

Operation Shanela II nets over 1 000 suspects 

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Over 1000 suspects across the various parts of Gauteng were nabbed in Operation Shanela II operations this past weekend, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said on Monday.